Production Manager - 4th Shift (Weekends)

TRADEBE; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Student loan repayment assistance

Generous vacation and sick plans

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k retirement match

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Health savings accounts (HSA)

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

Tradebe is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead daily plant operations within our processing facility in East Chicago, IN. You will drive safety, regulatory compliance, productivity, and team performance while ensuring efficient processing of materials and inventory.

The ideal candidate brings leadership experience from environmental services or similar industrial settings, thrives in a fast-paced environment, develops high-performing teams, and relentlessly seeks process

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in industrial operations.
• Strong safety and regulatory compliance experience.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance.
• Champions EHS culture and regulatory adherence.
• Coach and develop production personnel to drive performance.
• Oversee material processing, inventory management, and workflow execution.
• Partner with Laboratory, Maintenance, Receiving, and other departments to optimize operations.
• Ensure compliance with RCRA, permits, and company policies.
• Monitor equipment reliability and coordinate maintenance.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, and cost.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Process improvement

Team development

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Engineering/Environmental Science

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• 4th Shift Schedule – Saturday/Sunday and two weekdays from 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM
• Paid Weekly – Consistent weekly pay
• Lead a Critical Operation – Directly influence safety, compliance, productivity, and team performance within a highly regulated processing facility
• Make a Meaningful Impact – Help protect the environment by ensuring materials are safely managed, recycled, and processed responsibly

What will you do? Make an impact!

Tradebe is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead daily plant operations within our processing facility. This role is responsible for driving safety, regulatory compliance, productivity, and team performance while ensuring efficient processing of materials and inventory.

The ideal candidate will bring leadership experience from an environmental services, hazardous waste, chemical processing, manufacturing, or other industrial operations environment. We are looking for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced setting, develops high-performing teams, and continuously seeks opportunities to improve processes and operational results.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Lead daily production operations while ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant processes.
• Champion a strong culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and regulatory compliance.
• Manage, coach, and develop production personnel to drive performance and accountability.
• Oversee material processing, inventory management, and workflow execution.
• Partner with Laboratory, Maintenance, Receiving, and other departments to optimize operations and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with RCRA, permit requirements, and company policies.
• Monitor equipment reliability and coordinate maintenance activities to maximize uptime.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

Do you have what it takes?

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, Natural Sciences, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of leadership experience within environmental services, hazardous waste management, chemical processing, manufacturing, industrial operations, or a related industry preferred.
• Experience managing production, processing, inventory, or plant operations in a regulated environment strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead teams, improve processes, and drive operational results.
• Strong understanding of safety, compliance, and operational excellence principles.

Why Tradebe is Right for You

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Generous vacation and sick plans
• Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
• 401k Retirement match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings accounts (HSA)
• Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities